Serving 406 students in grades 2-3, Lincolnway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincolnway El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in York, PA, covering an area of approximately 20.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincolnway Elementary School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Lincolnway Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincolnway Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1640 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
50%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincolnway Elementary School's ranking?
Lincolnway Elementary School is ranked #1640 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lincolnway Elementary School often compared to?
Lincolnway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trimmer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lincolnway Elementary School?
406 students attend Lincolnway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lincolnway Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincolnway Elementary School?
Lincolnway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincolnway Elementary School offer ?
Lincolnway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincolnway Elementary School part of?
Lincolnway Elementary School is part of West York Area School District.
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